Sermons on Hebreos 12:3:

Audacious Actions Advocate Atonement Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Nov 11, 2007

The writer to the Hebrews attempts to show that the Offering of Christ at Calvary was far better than that of Abel. Abel offered up the first human animal sacrifice to atone for his sins, as good as that was-it pales in comparison to what Christ offered.

HEBREWS 12:1-24 AUDACIOUS ACTIONS ADVOCATE AN ATONEMENT I. ADAM’S ADVERSITY: A. Acknowledgement. B. Atonement. C. Adorning. II. ABEL’S ACTIONS: A. Acquaintance. B. Attestation. C. Acceptance. III. ANOINTER’S ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-24

Denomination: Methodist

When The Road Is Hard Faith Perseveres Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Nov 28, 2007

This is the concluding message in the series on faith and the great heroes of the faith.

When Napoleon began his Egyptian campaign, he pointed to the pyramids and shouted to his men, “Soldiers, forty centuries look down upon you!” In a sense this is the message the author of Hebrews is trying to deliver to the struggling Hebrew Christians. Your contest of faith is not going unnoticed. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paving The Way For Perseverance Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Making a difference in the world around us requires staying power!

OUT OF THE SALTSHAKER AND INTO THE WORLD Part Five—Paving the Way for Perseverance Hebrews 12:1-3 Sunday, August 19, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee Read 12:1-3 Key verse: “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” Hebrews 12:1 A young fellow wanted to be a star journalist but lived ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

Run The Race To Finish It

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Jun 10, 2007

How we run the race will determine if we finish.

“Run the race to finish” “How we run the race will determine if we finish.” Hebrews 12:1-3 Sunday Morning Sermon 06.10.07 Intro: (Start with Title and Text) If the Christian life is a race – my question this morning – are you running the race to finish it? Are you preparing yourself, your family, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heroes: What Makes A Hero? Series

Contributed by Bryan Parris on Jun 24, 2007

Conclusion of the "Heroes" Series. From Hebrews 12:1-3

Over the past few weeks, we’ve looked at story after story of the heroes of faith in Hebrews chapter 11. Noah…When the Whole World’s against you; Abraham…When God says Go; Moses…a great leader; Rahab…an unlikely hero; David…facing your giants. Great stories…I think one of the downfalls of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Race To Be Run Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 26, 2007

Keys to running the race of life in the way that pleases God.

*ILL>In 1863, as Abraham Lincoln prepared to sign the Emancipation Proclammation he took his pen, moved it to the signature line, then dropped the pen. When asked why, the President replied: "If my name goes into history, it will be for this act; and if my hand trembles when I sign it, there will ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Stay Focused

Contributed by Elvis Burrows on Jun 30, 2007

A sermon of encouragement to those who may be going through unforeseen trials and other life challenges.

INTRODUCTION Say: Today is a different kind of day in our church - we have always been in transition, well, ever since I arrived as the new pastor and that was expected. But as I come to you today, I believe that the transition that started seven and a half months ago has taken a different ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Looking At ? Series

Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Oct 20, 2006

2nd in a series of 2. Rather than focus on the problems of life, we should look unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.

What are you looking at? Hebrews 12:1-3 Continue dialogue from Zaccheus. He rose above the rest of the crowd, and made the extra effort to see Jesus passing through. We talked about getting into position to receive the blessings from God, and how the timing in life is everything. (Marvin & ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Plan For Spiritual Misfits Series

Contributed by David Selleck on Oct 26, 2006

Second in a series of messages from Michael Yaconelli’s book "Messy Spirituality" God’s Annoying Love for Imperfect People.

Template Oct 8, 2006 Messy Spirituality Series 2 Felt Need: What is God’s plan for my life, why is this so difficult to figure out? Desired Results: Persons would hear the Good News of God’s grace and know that they are loved and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Message: God’s plan for Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Your Absolute Best

Contributed by Mike Logan on Nov 13, 2006

Enduring through the hard times (I used the "Facing your Giants" video illustation for this message and it made a huge impact)

Ever had the wind knocked out of you? It’s a Scary experience to say the least. For me; being curled up, grabbing my stomach unable to even move one bit of air, seemed like I was going to certainly die. My experience was mostly on the wrestling mat or football field in high school, but the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Things That Hinder Our Faith

Contributed by Paul Hammons on Mar 13, 2007

The Bible sometimes describes the Christian life as a race.

Things That Hinder Our Faith; Hebrews 12:1-3; Galatians 5:1-8 The Bible sometimes describes the Christian life as a race. In those days the Olympic games of Greece and the Isthmian games of Corinth were all the rage. They were the sporting events of the day. Athletic races were well known as feats ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

These Boots Were Made For Walking Series

Contributed by Drew Mills on Mar 16, 2007

The Narrow Road is meant for walking--not trudging, not sitting, and not running.

Theme: Narrow Road Series Purpose: Perseverance in faith This month we have talked about what it means to travel the narrow road. Jesus told us that broad is the path that leads to destruction, but narrow is the way to eternal life. For the believer that means several things. We said that the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Perseverance Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 19, 2007

1. He faced opposition from people. 2. He faced the evil of a fallen world.

Annie Dillard is one of my favorite authors. In her book Teaching a Stone to Talk, she writes: “You don’t have to sit outside in the dark. If, however, you want to look at the stars, you will find that darkness is required. The stars neither require it or demand it.” Darkness is a part of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Looking Unto Jesus

Contributed by Paul Augustine on Mar 26, 2007

This is a sermon for believers to Hold on to Jesus Christ and run the race set before them

‘LOOKING UNTO JESUS’ Hebrews 12:1-3 Introduction: One of the common dangers in Christian life is ‘RELAPSE’ in John 6:67, Jesus asks His disciples a very deep question, “WILL YOU ALSO GO AWAY”? Jesus knows His disciples, and the disciples also know Jesus, but still He asks …the reason is found in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Race Is On!

Contributed by Robert Cox on Apr 1, 2007

The race we are called to run...

HEB 12:1Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 2Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal